127 views Welcome to the AOA60 Challenge Part 3This part of the Challenge comprises 20 questions. You may complete the quiz as many times as you wish. The questions will be the same each time although they may appear in a different order to keep you on your toes. 1. In what year was the Atalanta Trophy (wooden model) first awarded (for first Atalanta in the Round the Island Race)? (Answer format YYYY e.g. 1921) The Atalanta Trophy - a wooden model of A12 2. Where can each boat’s definitive hull number be found? On the transom Main Bulkhead Under the mast-step HintSomewhere it can be referred to and admired. 3. What is the surname of the person who crossed the Atlantic Ocean single-handed in A146 in 1976? White Black Upton HintHe had planned a world voyage but having crossed the Atlantic got side tracked with yacht racing leaving A146 to grow two rudders and a bowsprit in the USA. 4. Which Atalanta is based in New Zealand in 2018? HintShe has been owned by a Knight of the Realm, sunk, and subjected to one of the most impressive and skilful rebuilds. 5. Why is Atalanta 'Achates' special this year? HintWhat is special about this year? 6. Of what wood was the original Atalanta 26 mast and boom made? A102 Mast gets a full makeover at Suffolk Yacht harbour HintThe best wood for light and strong spars 7. Which boat motored and sailed from Birmingham to Amsterdam in 1968? HintIn 20 years the boat will have the same honour as Achates this year, manifesting the our Anniversary. 8. How many cabins are there in a Titania? 9. What is the minimum depth of water in which a standard Atalanta 26 remain afloat? (Answer in inches - just the number, e.g. 36) HintIts not much, but more than your wellies could cope with. 10. How many layers of veneer are there in an Atalanta deck and coach roof? HintNot as many as in the hull. 11. What is the first recorded fleet race of Atalantas? Atalantas racing 1958 Round the Island Race 1955 Fastnet 1964 Cherbourg Cup 1962 East Coast Race 12. What was the last sail number allocated to an Atalanta 26? HintFor the mathematicians amongst you The Digit Sum is 15. Or you can check out the Register pages. 13. Where might a sledge hammer be used during an Atalanta restoration? Riveting the hull Removing the windows The keel mechanism HintDo you really need one? 14. How many layers of veneer are there in an Atalanta 26 hull? 15. How many layers of veneer are there in an Atalanta 31 hull? Hint50% more than the Atalanta 26 16. Which Atalanta spent a number of years moored in a submarine pen in France? HintShe featured in a recent The Bar Forum post 17. Who was the first AOA Secretary? Charles Currey Harry Etchells Colin Twyman HintHis name lives on in a Silver Model Atalanta trophy presented to the Association in his memory. 18. What is the surname of the Skipper on A115 with 2 young crew in 1975 when they crossed the Atlantic Ocean? HintA very British name, a byname for a valiant or resolute person. Which he certainly proved to be! 19. In what London Hotel were the AGM dinners traditionally held in the late 20th century? HintIt started life as a 15th century chapel, then became classy mansions before a rich plasterwork makeover in the early 20th century. 20. Where are the AOA celebrating 60 years over the August Bank Holiday? Cobbs Quay, Poole Harbour West Mersea, Essex Hamble Point Marina, neare Southampton Suffolk Yacht Harbour, River Orwell, near Ipswich HintSocialise, barbecue, sail, gear swap, raise the spirits of all the tupperware boat owners. If you don't know already check out the AO60 page. If you want to provide any comments on this stage of the quiz, please do so below. Thank you for taking part in our AOA60 Challenge Part 3 today 16/05/2022. Your answers and the correct answers will be emailed to you. Name Email Time's up
